Autonomy and Toddlers Class: Not Just 'My Body My Rules'

You Started Teaching Body Safety... Now What?

You told your toddler "your body belongs to you."

You read them the books. You used the correct anatomical terms.

But then your three-year-old refuses to hold your hand in the parking lot. Or melts down at the doctor's office. Or won't let you brush their teeth.

And you're stuck wondering: Am I doing this right? Are they even understanding me? How do I teach autonomy AND keep them safe?

You're not overthinking this. These are the real, messy questions that come up when we teach body safety to toddlers.

This Workshop Answers the Questions No One Else Is Addressing

Most body safety education stops at "teach them their body belongs to them."

But you're living in the daily reality where:

• Your toddler says "no" to diaper changes, medicine, or holding hands near traffic

• You're not sure if they understand the difference between "my choice" and "non-negotiables"

• Medical appointments become battles because you've taught them they're in charge of their body

• You wonder if your neurodiverse toddler is getting any of this without the words

This 90-minute workshop goes deep into the practical, developmental, and tactical strategies you need to teach body autonomy in a way that actually works for toddlers.

What You'll Learn:

Understanding Toddler Development

• Why toddlers are particularly vulnerable (and what they need to know vs. what they're NOT responsible for)

• How toddler brains process consent, boundaries, and body safety

• Developmental milestones that impact how they understand autonomy

Auditing Your Own "Control Meter"

• Recognizing where we might be controlling vs. protecting

• Real stories from when my own toddlers were learning (lessons learned the hard way)

The Real Conversations

• How to start teaching toddlers about body autonomy in their language

• What toddlers CAN'T consent to (like private parts play with others, and how to explain non-negotiables without undermining body autonomy)

• How to introduce body literacy and safety in age-appropriate ways

• Addressing self-exploration and curiosity without shame

• Non-verbal communication practices for neurodiverse toddlers

Practical Tools and Follow-Through

• Books, videos, and activities that work

• How to practice with toddlers (and navigate sibling dynamics)

• Balancing body autonomy with health and safety needs

• Navigating medical appointments (doctor, dentist, etc.) without confusing your child

Consistency Across Caregivers

• Getting daycare teams, relatives, and co-parents on the same page

• What to say when family members don't respect your parenting practices

• What to say when family members don't respect your child's boundaries

  
  

This Isn't Theory. It's Tactical.

I'm not here to give you a feel-good overview.

This workshop answers the frequently asked questions I get from parents in the trenches:

• "How do I teach 'no one touches your private parts' when I have to wipe them?"

• "My toddler won't cooperate with the pediatrician. What do I do?"

• "Is my two-year-old even capable of understanding consent?"

• "How do I explain this to their daycare provider?"

You'll leave with specific language, strategies, and tools you can use immediately.

What Parents Have Said About My Workshops

"I really appreciate Rosalia's teaching style. She is clear and research-based which creates a really confident learning space." — Yamila

"I would definitely recommend her programs. She goes in depth about consent and boundaries that's a huge shock to me. I never realized the smallest things we do takes away the kids' power and boundaries." — Shariea

"There is so much information included. You get your questions answered as you work on the topics. Rosalia makes you feel very comfortable even with uncomfortable topics." — Daniela

"I highly recommend the program to all parents. Ending child sexual abuse is one of the most critical issues facing our world." — Chelsea

Workshop Details

Live Date: Friday, February 6th at 9amPST/12pmEST

Format: Virtual 60-minute class + 30-minute Q&A (all via Zoom)

Recording: All registered participants receive lifetime access to the replay (via Substack you get access through your subscription for the length of your subscription)